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- In the remote Kandhamal district of Odisha, a remarkable transformation has taken place over the past 15 years, turning a history of tragedy into a story of resilience and faith. The district, once synonymous with the worst organised persecution in the history of Christianity in India, has emerged as a symbol of unwavering faith and forgiveness.
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The Kandhamal district was established on January 1, 1994, following the division of Phulbani District into Kandhamal and Boudh Districts in Odisha, India. The district derived its name from the prominent Kandha tribe, which inhabits the region.
Kandhamal District is located in central Odisha and is bounded by Boudh District on the north, Rayagada District on the south, Ganjam and Nayagarh Districts on the East and Kalahandi District on the west.
Kandhamal District is located in central Odisha and is bounded by Boudh District on the north, Rayagada District on the south, Ganjam and Nayagarh Districts on the East and Kalahandi District on the west.
May 1, 2017 · The Kandhamal district was created on 1 January 1994 from the former Boudh-Kandhamal district as a result of district reorganisation in the state of Odisha. Before that, the district was known as Phulbani.
History. The untamed hilly tract which forms an endless series of valleys in Kandhamal District owes its significant importance from the past history, which dates back far back to 3rd century BC.
In the remote Kandhamal district of Odisha, a remarkable transformation has taken place over the past 15 years, turning a history of tragedy into a story of resilience and faith.
The Kandhamal district covering a geographical area of 7654 sq km is bounded by Boudh district in the north, by Rayagada district in the South, by Ganjam and Nayagarh district in the East and Kalahandi District in the West.
